The Federal Government has been called upon to support the promotion of rubber cultivation in order to further boost the Nigerian economy.
The call was made by the Vice President of National Rubber Producers Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NARPPMAN), South-West zone, Evangelist Oluwatoyin Jeremiah, at the the fifth Odua International Trade Fair, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
NARPPMAN urged the Federal Government, especially South-West governors, to prioritise plantation and production of rubber in order to boost the country’s economy
Jeremiah noted that rubber is an integral part of the world’s economy, stating that any country that does not recognise rubber as very important would depend on importation of rubber products, which could affect the economy of such nation.
He also posited that there is no crop that is as valuable as rubber, adding that rubber production is capable of providing jobs for many unemployed Nigerians if properly harnessed.
He advised the government to give right policies and recognition to rubber, noting that financial institutions must collaborate with the Federal Government in giving financial assistance to rubber farmers.
